stylists

plural of stylist
as in barbers
a person who cuts and arranges hair although she usually dresses her own hair, the bride-to-be decided to go to a professional stylist before the big day

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Recent Examples of stylists As for critics, like Rachel Tashjian, and stylists, like Gabriella Karefa-Johnson, the call is coming from inside the house. Vanity Fair, 25 Aug. 2026 Even stylists have recommended the streamlined outfit for appearing taller (a great tip for petite shoppers), and multiple celebrities have co-signed the easy-to-style combo this summer alone. Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 22 Aug. 2026 The Rush Week balloon trend has exploded to the point that sorority houses know to contact stylists early in the year before they get booked. Kansas City Star, 21 Aug. 2026 Now the unique collection of eateries, craft brewers, boutiques and service providers — from fitness classes to stylists — is marking its anniversary with Stanley10. John Wenzel, Denver Post, 20 Aug. 2026 From now on, Harvey Nichols’ personal shoppers and stylists will be paid monthly rather than quarterly. Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 20 Aug. 2026 Celebrities including Zoe Kravitz, along with stylists and fashion insiders, are wearing tennis necklaces with everything from denim and knitwear to casual tailoring, proving that this once-formal jewel can be surprisingly everyday. Pooja Mistry, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026 Volunteers handed out 550 backpacks filled with school supplies, while barbers and stylists provided about 100 free haircuts. Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026 Its stylists have relocated to a new salon, the Facebook post said. Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
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barbers
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  • Volunteers handed out 550 backpacks filled with school supplies, while barbers and stylists provided about 100 free haircuts.
    Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Education experts said one possible response to such a scenario is for state legislatures that set licensing requirements to decide some occupations — like barbers and stylists — actually need less training.
    Francesca Pinney, Los Angeles Times, 22 July 2026

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“Stylists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stylists. Accessed 29 Aug. 2026.

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